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What Is a Reconciled Value?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

The Sales Comparison approach, as the name implies, compares the property being appraised to other properties that a potential buyer might consider as a substitute for buying the property being appraised. Even if I do not include my development of the Cost Approach in my report, I have it in my work file.

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Compass acquisition could worry some California agents

Housing Wire

Under the agreement, the California Association of Realtors gained “access to a comprehensive suite of tools allowing them to create, manage, negotiate, and close offers on real property, all at no additional cost and integrated with their MLS platforms,” read the March release.

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The Official 2022-2023 USPAP Update Course Is Now Available Online

McKissock

The Foundation is pleased to once again partner with McKissock to develop online versions of the real property 2022-2023 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course. This is the 12th year that McKissock Learning has been the exclusive provider of The Appraisal Foundation’s national online USPAP update course.

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Remote online notarization is the proper path forward for digital closings

Housing Wire

In business, kaizen refers to activities that continuously improve all functions and involve all employees from the top down. One area in the mortgage and real estate industry that has been evolving for nearly two decades is digital closings. Prior to the pandemic, ALTA and MBA saw a need to develop model RON legislation.

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Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Review: Essential Handbook to a Necessary and Influential 2nd Opinion

The Robert Weiler Company

And, the commercial real estate appraisal review process is not just a second opinion or a survey to friends or even colleagues; it is a required, in-depth analysis by industry experts. For grants secured for commercial real estate acquisition or development, appraisal reviews are a must-have. Grant Applications.

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Seminar Addresses Common Complaints Against Appraisers Through Case Studies

McKissock

From accusations of bias or discrimination to failure to disclose significant real property appraisal assistance, complaints against appraisers are becoming more and more common. It will be a very helpful reference tool and a good place to take notes. Disciplinary complaints are a hot topic these days with appraisers.

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7 best real estate schools in Illinois (IL) for 2024

Housing Wire

In addition to online courses, students appreciate that the prelicensing course comes with a complimentary physical textbook to read, highlight, and reference. Covers real estate math, concepts, brokerage, real property, contracts, appraisal, updated TILA/RESPA information & more. Self-paced.